Orah
Orah is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Light”.
| Meaning | Light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אוֹרָה |
| Pronunciation | OR-ah |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Orah
Orah is an alternative spelling of Ora, from the Hebrew word for light. The final h reflects the Hebrew letter hey at the end of the name. Orah appears in Esther 8:16, 'the Jews had light and gladness, joy and honour', a verse recited at Havdalah, the ceremony that ends the Sabbath. Jewish families in Israel and abroad use it for its bright meaning.
Is Orah a Jewish name?
Orah is a Jewish name connected to the verse in Esther recited at Havdalah each week. It is not the name of a biblical person.
How popular is Orah?
Uncommon; used mostly in Jewish communities.
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Spellings and variants of Orah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Orah mean?
Orah means 'Light'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Orah a Jewish name?
Orah is a Jewish name connected to the verse in Esther recited at Havdalah each week. It is not the name of a biblical person.
How do you pronounce Orah?
Orah is pronounced OR-ah.
Is Orah a boy or girl name?
Orah is usually a girl name.